Private Credit Lawyer at Kroll Bond Rating Agency | London

Position Title: Private Credit Lawyer (London) Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency UK Limited Employment Type: Full-time Location: London, United Kingdom Summary/Overview: Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) is a renowned global credit rating agency committed to establishing new benchmarks of excellence, integrity, and transparency, aspiring to be a reliable alternative in the credit ratings space. As a leader in private credit, KBRA is currently seeking enthusiastic and proactive funds or securitization lawyers to join its expanding European operations, focusing on private credit transactions throughout Europe, the UK, and the US. This role is based in our London office. About the Job: In this pivotal role, you will contribute significantly to the rating process, working across diverse fund investment and securitization transactions while evaluating and communicating the credit implications of deal structures, documentation, and other legal aspects. Key responsibilities include: Reviewing financing documents and pertinent fund- and/or asset-level documentation. Identifying potential credit impacts arising from transaction structures and documentation. Collaborating with rating analysts on relevant legal matters. Participating in rating committee discussions. Assisting the analytical team in preparing KBRA’s leading ratings and research reports. About the Team: Distinct from other rating agencies, KBRA’s Ratings Legal team collaborates closely with ratings analysts to pinpoint, assess, and articulate essential legal and credit features and risks within transaction structures. As integral members of the credit ratings groups, they contribute to research reports and methodology development while engaging in investor outreach. Ultimately, the lawyers within Ratings Legal play a crucial role in ensuring the quality, accuracy, timeliness, and consistency of KBRA’s ratings. About You: Qualified lawyer with 4-8 years post-qualification experience in fund finance, fund formation, and/or structured finance. Proven ability to take initiative and work autonomously, as well as collaboratively.

Position Title: Funds Ratings - Director (London) Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency UK Limited Employment Type: Full-time Location: London, England Summary/Overview: Kroll Bond Rating Agency UK Limited is on the lookout for a dynamic and experienced Director to enhance our expanding Funds Ratings team based in our London office. The Funds team is responsible for assigning and monitoring credit ratings for a diverse range of debt instruments issued by funds and associated fund vehicles. Our agency evaluates financing instruments that support fund operations, enhance liquidity, and optimize capital structures. These instruments include subscription credit lines that provide liquidity by bridging capital calls, NAV-based loans and credit facilities that offer leverage against a fund's portfolio assets, and feeder fund rated notes facilitating investment through debt instruments. KBRA's diverse ratings portfolio spans across various investment strategies, including fixed income securities, private equity, private credit, direct lending, real estate, infrastructure, and asset-backed financing. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience and a strong interest in fund investment and credit strategies, understanding how funds operate, allocate capital, and generate cash flows. About the Job: Lead the new issuance rating process, evaluating key factors such as capital structure, legal protections, collateral quality, cash flow dynamics, and the manager's experience and track record. Engage with issuers, conducting thorough due diligence meetings with issuers and managers to assess their investment processes, experience, risk management skills, and overall execution capabilities. Draft rating memos and new issuance reports, making recommendations to the rating committees. Oversee ongoing monitoring and surveillance processes, staying informed about developments related to outstanding issuances and ratings. Develop and maintain complex spreadsheets and databases. Collaborate with KBRA experts across sectors such as project finance, corporate finance, financial institutions, and structured finance to formulate strategies for evaluating complex multi-assets. Mentor and supervise junior team members, enhancing their contributions while fostering their analytical and professional skill development. ...

Position Title: Funds Ratings Associate / Associate DirectorEntity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency UK LimitedEmployment Type: Full-timeLocation: London, EnglandOverview: Kroll Bond Rating Agency UK Limited is on the lookout for a talented Associate/Associate Director to join our expanding Funds Ratings team in our London office. Our Funds team is responsible for assigning and monitoring credit ratings for a diverse array of debt instruments issued by various funds, closed-end funds, and other fund vehicles. KBRA’s growing portfolio includes funds utilizing an array of asset growth and income generation strategies, such as fixed income securities, private equity, private credit, real estate, and middle market lending. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience and a keen interest in fund investment and credit strategies.Key Responsibilities:Conduct credit research on various funds, closed-end funds, and investment vehicles.Develop rating and analytical tools, including cash flow and asset coverage models, to assess fund debt structures.Prepare and present internal credit memos and publications through quantitative and qualitative analysis.Engage in diligence meetings with fund management teams to evaluate their investment strategies and risk management capabilities.Create and maintain detailed spreadsheets and databases.Collaborate effectively with KBRA experts across sectors like project finance, corporate finance, financial institutions, and structured finance.Support research for internal and publication purposes.Associate Directors should be prepared to lead credit ratings processes and research initiatives independently, particularly on debt transactions involving investment funds and related vehicles.

Position Title: Associate Director / Director of Investor Relations Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency UK Limited Employment Type: Full-time Location: London, England Summary: Kroll Bond Rating Agency UK Limited is seeking a dynamic Associate Director or Director to become an integral part of its Investor Relations team, with a focus on European structured finance investors. This role is pivotal in forging new relationships and nurturing existing ones with buy-side market participants. The successful candidate will work out of KBRA's London office. Key Responsibilities: Identify and develop a target list of investors, concentrating on active buyers in the European Structured Finance sector, especially UK real money accounts. Continuously seek out new investors and key anchor investors for various asset classes. Create strategic outreach plans for the designated investor group. Engage in investor outreach through one-on-one meetings, conference calls, and KBRA-hosted events. Design and maintain compelling presentations for meetings and calls. Execute marketing email campaigns that deliver research and relevant information tailored to investor interests. Gather, document, and provide insights from investor feedback and market trends to support various business lines. Articulate the unique value proposition of KBRA to clients effectively. Qualifications: Significant experience in relationship management, fixed income investor relations, business development, or debt capital markets. Established connections with investment or risk management teams at real money accounts are highly preferred. Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and CRM systems. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously. Self-motivated and capable of effectively managing time and resources in a fast-paced environment. Comfortable working within a multinational context. Willingness to travel across the EU and UK as necessary. Flexibility to participate in meetings outside of standard hours to meet objectives.

Founded by alumni of Lazard and Partners Group, Mentis AI operates from London and San Francisco, merging financial expertise with cutting-edge AI model training. We aim to seamlessly integrate human insights with artificial intelligence, redefining the landscape of private credit.Role Overview: As an Expert AI Trainer, your role will focus on lending and private credit expertise to enhance our AI training project. You'll be instrumental in developing training datasets that accurately reflect the methodologies used by credit professionals in underwriting deals, structuring facilities, and monitoring middle-market borrowers throughout the private credit spectrum.Desired Qualifications:3–8 years of specialized experience in private credit or direct lending, ideally within a BDC, direct lending platform, or credit fund (e.g., Ares Capital, Golub Capital, HPS Investment Partners, Blue Owl Capital, Apollo, Oaktree).Candidates at the Associate, VP, or Director level are encouraged to apply.Demonstrated expertise in credit underwriting, including financial modeling, covenant analysis, collateral assessment, and credit memo creation.Experience in structuring first lien, unitranche, second lien, or mezzanine facilities for both sponsor-backed and non-sponsored borrowers.A solid understanding of loan documentation, portfolio monitoring, and processes related to amendments and waivers.Project Commitment:A minimum commitment of 15 hours per week is required.This is a remote, asynchronous contract position.Join a prestigious research project collaborating with an elite AI lab to enhance decision-making capabilities in private credit underwriting, deal structuring, and portfolio management.

About the Position Jane Street is seeking an experienced UK Tax Lawyer to join our London office, where you will play a vital role in tax structuring and advisory. You will be instrumental in managing tax implications and structural considerations for internal restructurings, including investment frameworks for senior group members and complex transactions such as acquisitions and dispositions. Your expertise will also extend to structuring and advisory matters related to the firm's trading activities. This position offers you the chance to collaborate closely with our local and global Tax team as well as with various professionals across the organization, making it an exciting opportunity to engage with a dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment. The ideal candidate will be commercially driven, exceptionally comfortable with numerical data, highly collaborative, and thrive under tight deadlines.

ESR Group is seeking a Junior Fund Accountant to join its London-based team. This position sits within a growing private credit fund manager with a Luxembourg-domiciled credit platform. The role is part of a small finance team, offering hands-on exposure to fund operations, deal activities, and investor processes. As the platform expands, there will be opportunities to develop new skills and take on greater responsibility. What you will do Reconcile principal and interest across a range of private credit investments. Prepare management fee calculations and handle related invoicing tasks. Assist with investor drawdown and distribution processes. Support monitoring and use of credit facilities. Maintain and update loan amortized cost models. Ensure the loan database is accurate and complete. Manage fund performance metrics and track record data for internal and external reporting. Contribute to investor reporting, including quarterly and ad-hoc requests. Coordinate with stakeholders such as fund administrators, loan servicers, and other internal and external parties. Development and growth This role offers strong development potential as the firm grows. Junior Fund Accountants will have the chance to broaden their experience and take on more responsibility over time.

We are actively looking for a Leveraged Finance Lawyer to join our dynamic team at Axiom, working with diverse clients across multiple sectors. In this pivotal role, you will deliver practical and business-oriented legal counsel on intricate leveraged and acquisition finance transactions. Collaborating closely with lenders, borrowers, private equity sponsors, and financial institutions, you will facilitate high-value domestic and cross-border transactions while providing commercially viable legal solutions.

About the RoleAs an Associate Lawyer at Alaro, you will play a pivotal role in defining the future of an AI-driven law firm. Your objective will be to provide precise and timely legal counsel to our clients while streamlining our internal delivery processes. Collaborating with investment funds, fund managers, and other external stakeholders, you will receive mentorship from senior legal professionals and work hand-in-hand with our engineering and operations teams to enhance our systems, tools, and playbooks based on real-world legal matters.This position is highly influential; your contributions will directly affect client outcomes, drive business growth, and expedite our capacity to deliver high-quality legal services.Your ResponsibilitiesMatter Support: Assist with various matters related to investment funds and management, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating key documents (LPAs, subscription agreements, etc.) under the supervision of senior attorneys.Risk Assessment: Analyze contract terms, recognize potential risks, and provide straightforward, actionable legal advice, aligning legal precision with the client’s business goals and timelines while escalating critical issues to senior lawyers as needed.Team Collaboration: Work closely with fellow legal professionals to ensure consistent high-quality results, share insights, and elevate team performance.Product Collaboration: Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to refine our service delivery models and tools, transforming feedback from actual matters into improved systems that enhance our impact.Template Development: Standardize and document recurring tasks into templates, precedents, and playbooks to enhance speed and consistency without compromising quality.Tooling Advocate: Promote the use of internal tools and workflows to accelerate routine tasks, allowing lawyers to focus more on strategic negotiations, critical decision-making, and client results.Who You AreWe seek lawyers who possess a strong sense of ownership and entrepreneurial spirit. You take pride in providing clear and timely legal judgments and are eager to innovate within the legal field, merging senior expertise with intelligent systems. You act quickly yet thoughtfully, driven by intellectual curiosity, thorough analysis, and principled decision-making.At Alaro, you will excel if you:Are a qualified solicitor with a minimum of 3 years PQE in private practice or in-house, with a solid background in investment funds and fund formation.

Company MissionOur mission is to provide global access to exceptional products by empowering outstanding businesses to achieve their growth potential. About WayflyerIn today's fast-paced world, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) require a financing partner that can match their growth ambitions. Traditional funding sources can be slow and inaccessible, which is why we created Wayflyer.Our innovative technology enables us to evaluate businesses within minutes, generate tailored financing options that align with their growth potential, and disburse funds in as little as 24 hours.Since our inception in April 2020, we have successfully deployed over $5 billion to thousands of brands globally, supported by leading financial institutions like J.P. Morgan. We have become a reliable financing partner for remarkable brands, including True Classic, Little Words Project, and Kekoa Foods.At Wayflyer, our teams are genuinely cross-functional. You will collaborate with ambitious colleagues from around the globe, all working together to seize a significant opportunity. Watch this video to hear directly from our team members. Culture & Values at WayflyerWe pride ourselves on being sound individuals, exceptional operators, and ambitious overachievers. Together, we uphold integrity, creativity, and bold optimism to achieve outstanding results. For more information, please visit our website. Your Role Overview: Key contributions you will make to the teamConduct comprehensive analysis of financial and non-financial data of both new and existing customers to gain insights into their business operations.Identify and assess the risks associated with operating an eCommerce business and with Wayflyer's funding support for such entities.Facilitate and assist in coordinating regular discussions with our customers to deepen our understanding of their business needs and funding objectives.Collaborate closely with management to develop and implement necessary strategies for business growth.

About 9fin 9fin builds an AI-driven platform for the global debt markets, a sector valued at over $145 trillion. The company addresses challenges like scattered data, reliance on PDFs, and outdated manual processes by bringing together proprietary credit data, detailed analysis, and essential workflows in one place. More than 300 institutions worldwide use 9fin, including major banks, asset managers, private equity firms, law practices, and advisory groups. The company is expanding rapidly, especially in the US, and maintains high client retention through strong workflow integration. With growing demand and a product that fits market needs, 9fin aims to become the central platform for debt markets worldwide. Role Overview: Credit Analyst (London) The Credit Analyst role at 9fin covers a range of responsibilities: Analyze private company earnings, financial updates, and new deals as a generalist or sector specialist. Produce thematic research, trend reports, and sector-specific analysis. Use AI and business intelligence tools to automate workflows and enhance credit analysis. 9fin offers a generous budget for AI tools that match your expertise and improve your work. Build and maintain relationships with buyside investors and advisors to gather market insights. Support clients with questions about the platform and provide insights. Work closely with the product team to collect feedback and help shape improvements to the 9fin platform. What We Look For At least 2 years of experience in high-yield or leveraged finance markets, whether from the sell-side, buy-side, or a research firm. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with attention to detail.

About Us At Mentis AI, we operate at the dynamic intersection of institutional finance and cutting-edge AI technology. Our diverse team, comprising veterans from esteemed institutions like Lazard and Partners Group, leverages deep financial expertise with advanced machine learning and AI research. With our presence in both London and San Francisco, we collaborate with premier AI labs to revolutionize decision-making processes in high-stakes financial environments.The Opportunity In the face of AI's rapid integration into private credit workflows—from underwriting and credit approvals to documentation and portfolio management—this part-time residency program invites seasoned direct lending and private credit professionals. Join us for a hands-on experience in understanding how sophisticated AI systems are developed, assessed, and optimized within middle-market lending and credit fund operations.Your Responsibilities:Develop Expert Benchmarks: Create and validate practical credit analyses, underwriting scenarios, and portfolio monitoring frameworks essential for evaluating advanced AI systems.Evaluate Model Reasoning: Identify and address weaknesses in AI-generated credit assessments, focusing on logical inconsistencies and gaps in underwriting intuition.Framework Design: Convert the methodologies of credit professionals in evaluating borrowers and structuring deals into challenges that test AI's reasoning capabilities.Assess Human vs. AI Judgment: Conduct systematic comparisons of professional credit assessments and AI outputs across various credit scenarios.Why This Experience Matters:Be among the pioneering private credit professionals exploring how advanced AI models analyze credit underwriting and manage portfolios.Cultivate a unique profile at the crossroads of private credit and AI—ideal for careers in credit funds, AI firms, or entrepreneurial ventures.Gain firsthand experience in how AI transforms credit workflows—from underwriting to portfolio monitoring and beyond.

About JuniorAt Junior, we're innovating at the forefront of investment research with our state-of-the-art LLM-powered tools. Our mission is to empower the world's most discerning deal teams, including some of the top 10 global private equity firms, Big 4 professional services, and leading consulting practices, who collectively manage billions in investments annually.As a profitable, bootstrapped company, we've grown our team to approximately 28 dynamic individuals across our London and New York offices. Following a remarkable 10x revenue increase in 2025, we are poised for another thrilling growth phase, aiming to double or triple our success this year. Our clients benefit significantly, saving an average of 10 hours per diligence weekly, as we facilitate their deal workflows. The RolePrivate equity is where we excel. We've established a robust product-market fit, with firms leveraging Junior for their due diligence, expert consultations, and portfolio management processes. Our ambition is to onboard 20-35 new private equity customers this year, and this role is crucial in propelling that growth.You will engage with CTOs, CCOs, Managing Directors, and Heads of Portfolio Operations within mid-market and top-50 PE firms, guiding them through consultative sales cycles. This role demands an understanding of technical solutions and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments. Deal values range from $100k to $2M ACV, encompassing security assessments, compliance reviews, and firm-wide implementation strategies.This is not just order fulfillment; you will actively seek new opportunities, construct tailored account strategies, and finalize sophisticated enterprise agreements in a market where our product has already gained notable traction. As an Account Executive, you will have the unique opportunity to:Hunt and close new logos within the private equity sector, focusing on enterprise deals ranging from $100k to $2M ACV.Develop and execute comprehensive account plans for targeted firms, identifying CTOs, Heads of Portfolio Operations, deal leads, and other essential contacts.Conduct discovery sessions and product demonstrations with senior finance professionals, articulating Junior's value in the context of due diligence, expert networks, portfolio monitoring, and deal execution.Overcome complex enterprise procurement hurdles: including security evaluations, data residency stipulations, IT integration, and planning for organization-wide rollouts.Craft and present a compelling value proposition and ROI framework tailored to PE workflows, illustrating how Junior can save clients significant time and resources.

Join avantialaw as a Funds Lawyer and take your career to the next level! We are looking for a dedicated legal professional with a passion for financial law to work remotely from London. In this role, you will advise clients on a wide range of fund structures and regulations while collaborating with a team of experts in a dynamic and supportive environment.

About LendableLendable is on a mission to develop cutting-edge technology designed to empower individuals to access credit and save money effectively. As one of the UK's emerging fintech leaders, we have achieved remarkable milestones:Recognized as one of the UK’s newest unicorns with a dedicated team of over 700 professionals.Ranked among the fastest-growing technology companies in the UK.Achieved profitability since 2017.Supported by prestigious investors such as Balderton Capital and Goldman Sachs.Praised by customers, boasting exceptional ratings (4.9 out of 5 based on thousands of reviews on Trustpilot).We have revolutionized the Big Three consumer finance products—loans, credit cards, and car finance—enabling our customers to receive funds within minutes, not days.Our growth trajectory is impressive, with ambitious plans to penetrate the two largest Western markets, the UK and the US, where traditional banks offer outdated financial products and cumbersome processes.Join Us if You Want ToTake ownership across a diverse range of responsibilities, making impactful decisions from day one that influence Lendable's success.Collaborate with exceptional teams, known for their resourcefulness in problem-solving and innovation.Develop cutting-edge technology in-house, leveraging new data sources, machine learning, and AI to optimize our operations.About The RoleWe are seeking a detail-oriented Senior Credit Risk Analyst to drive meaningful enhancements in our consumer finance products within the UK or US markets. This position is perfect for an individual who is data-savvy, proficient in coding, and passionate about tackling complex challenges.As part of a collaborative and ambitious team, your contributions will directly influence strategic decisions and elevate our portfolio's performance.

Role Overview:Join the dynamic team at Brook Green Supply, a leading independent B2B energy supply company based in London. As a Senior Credit Risk Analyst, you will be part of a seasoned team committed to fostering growth and success within the energy sector. This role presents an excellent opportunity for a motivated and adaptable professional looking to advance their career in an innovative environment.In this pivotal position within the Credit Risk team under the Commercial department, you will collaborate with internal account managers, coordinators, and trading desk members, as well as external clients and credit stakeholders. Your focus will be on evaluating data and contracts, managing counterparty credit risks associated with physical power and gas supply, and supporting sustainable business growth through effective credit management practices.Your responsibilities will include managing complex credit exposures and collateral arrangements, and shaping reporting and risk-mitigation frameworks to enhance overall operational efficiency.

We are excited to announce an opportunity for a Banking & Finance Lawyer to collaborate with a diverse range of Axiom clients across various industries.Responsibilities:Delivering practical in-house legal guidance and support on an extensive array of finance transactions, representing banks, borrowers, and private equity firms on banking matters, including mid-market and investment grade, syndicated, and bilateral transactions.Providing advice on corporate lending transactions while representing both lenders and borrowers, as well as engaging in leveraged acquisition finance, project finance, and asset-backed/receivables finance transactions.Participating in the drafting, negotiation, and review of a wide variety of financing documents such as loan facility agreements, security documentation, intercreditor agreements, and ancillary documents.Advising on both domestic and cross-border transactions and managing external counsel when necessary.

Join our dynamic team as a Commercial Contracts Lawyer and collaborate with diverse Axiom clients across various industries.Key Responsibilities:Draft, review, and negotiate a wide array of commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, client contracts, licensing terms, and confidentiality agreements.Offer legal advice and support to internal stakeholders on contractual issues, focusing on risk identification, legal compliance, and exposure mitigation.Engage with cross-functional teams, including sales, procurement, and finance, to ensure that contract terms meet business goals, negotiate advantageous terms, and promptly address any contract-related conflicts.

Join carwow as a Credit Control Lead, where you will spearhead our credit management initiatives, ensuring that our financial processes are robust and efficient. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for overseeing the credit control team, developing strategies to minimize risk and maximize cash flow, while fostering strong relationships with customers and stakeholders.

Join Our Team as a Media Agency Business ManagerAre you ready to take on a dynamic role within a leading media organization? At Reach plc, we are looking for a skilled Business Manager to drive our media agency's growth and success. You will collaborate with a dedicated sales team, leveraging your expertise to develop strategic partnerships and maximize revenue opportunities.Your Role:Lead and manage the sales team to achieve business targets.Develop and implement effective business strategies.Build and maintain relationships with key clients and stakeholders.Analyze market trends and adjust strategies accordingly.If you are passionate about media and have the leadership skills to inspire a team, we want to hear from you!